Dangerous crime wave sweeping through west Bexar County lately, sheriff’s office says
In recent days, deputies have chased down several suspects, including one who reportedly pointed a gun at them. Two of the car chases have ended in crashes.
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Two men sentenced to life in prison in separate murder cases
SAN ANTONIO – Two life sentences were handed down Wednesday in two different Bexar County courtrooms. Fabian Aranda Rodriguez was given the maximum sentence by 175th District Court Judge Catherine Torres-Stahl. Recommended Videos Aranda Rodriguez was found guilty by a jury in February for the brutal stabbing death of his mother. Maritza Rodriguez, 68, was … Read more
Illinois Supreme Court to hear actor Jussie Smollett appeal of conviction for staging racist attack
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Supreme Court will hear an appeal of actor Jussie Smollett’s disorderly conduct conviction for staging a racist and homophobic attack against himself in 2019, then lying to Chicago police about it. The court on Wednesday accepted the appeal from Smollett, formerly a cast member of the television drama “Empire.” It … Read more
Passion of the Christ re-enactment to start at new location this year
Each year, thousands of people begin their Good Friday with a San Antonio tradition. SAN ANTONIO — The Passion of the Christ re-enactment is a beloved tradition here in San Antonio and this year, it will begin at a new location from years past. This year’s re-enactment procession will start at Travis Park at 9:30 … Read more
Avoiding toxic exposures could help prevents autism, ADHD, new UT Health San Antonio study finds
Chemical intolerance could contribute to autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and limiting toxic exposures could help prevent the disorders, a new study from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio found. Researchers recommend that parents and practitioners determine the risk for each family so that parents can learn which exposures to … Read more
SAPD body-worn camera video shows officers failed to pat down teen who killed himself inside Bexar County Jail
Newly released body-worn camera video shows multiple San Antonio Police Department officers failed to thoroughly search a teen who killed himself while being booked into the Bexar County jail earlier this month.
2 public art pieces paying tribute to Tejano, Conjunto music debut in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – Two art installations paying tribute to the musical legacy of Tejano and Conjunto music debuted in San Antonio. The first piece, “Orgullo Tejano” or Tejano Pride, a 14-foot-tall accordion player made of mosaic and steel, sits at the corner of Southwest 37th Street and Old Highway 90. Extending from the player’s mouth … Read more